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jlafred · 02-02-2011, 08:08 AM

Just remember that whatever you put on a dog's hair WILL go into his mouth. ALL dogs lick their hair so I wouldnt do it on a yorkie...they are too fragile. Better safe than sorry. WHY is it sooo important to you? I guess i just dont get it. Dont get me wrong, I'm not putting you down...I just dont understand the motive.

Lil Sis · 02-02-2011, 08:18 AM

I would not dye my dog.. but as long as the dogs are safe and not harmed and the product used does not hurt the dog I don't see the problem!!!!

I have a pet quality pup.. and I think all the grooming and work that goes into show quality dogs is questionable.. but saying that I DON"T REALLY KNOW because I don't have a show dog.. so who am I to judge

I can't get the link right now.(at works and you tube is blocked).. but on you tube there is video of dyeing a show dog to make the legs and tail look more gold.. the dog is safe do I would think it is the same thing.
If someone else can find it that would be great!!

We are all different and we should not be so fast to judge. For example:
I am too old for a tattoo -- my generation looked on tattoos as crude. My daughters have tattoos -- they are really cute -- so I adjust and accept!!!

bailie · 02-02-2011, 11:53 AM

i love the colour of my yorkies far to much to dye, but the poodles that are dyed for art and show are amazin

kalina82 · 02-02-2011, 12:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Lovetodream88

Seriously? Go look at the warnings on some of even pet safe dye and tell me you still feel that way. Clothes dont cause pain.

The most popularly used pet dyes are vegetable based and vegan friendly. They do not contain ammonia or peroxide like human hair dye. pet dyes are applied to the outer hair shaft and do not penetrate any further. That is why they wash out so easily. They are not applied to the scalp.

I looked up the MSDS sheets on some dyes and on some shampoos, conditioners, sprays, etc. You can find the same cautions on each category. Everything you apply to your skin or your animals skin has the potential to cause a reaction. Be smart about it and do a spot test before you jump in and coat the dog in dye. Just like human hair dye tells you to do (which i'm sure most people don't do).

Clothes can too cause pain if the animal is not supervised when wearing them or if the clothes are left on too long. I've seen dogs with broken legs due to a clothing mishap. I've also seen irritated arm pits and inner thighs due to rubbing. And, the most popular problem from clothes is severe matting which can cut off circulation to areas of the skin. Sure it is the mat that is causing the pain, but the clothing caused the mat so it is indirectly causing the pain.

anyway, my point is, everything has the potential to cause harm if used improperly. Be safe, read directions, spot test, and watch your pets reaction. If they don't like it, don't do it.

Ellie May · 02-02-2011, 12:42 PM

I have no advice, but do want to say I just don't see the problem. I don't do it because it sounds like work and I would only want it in Ellie's hair for a few hours. If the right product is used, it is no more harmful than using shampoo. It is no different than using clothes or even bows. We style and change their coat everytime they are groomed and products are used on it. I really can't believe this could be considered animal cruelty.

mileydog · 02-02-2011, 12:56 PM

Personally I would never dye my little girl's hair but I don't see any problem with doing it. I don't dye my own hair but there are many people who do and I don't see anything wrong with it.

Why are there people on here that don't like the idea of applying dye to your dog?

Just curious?

I believe we should apply the same philosophy we use on our fur babies as we do on ourselves.
For example, I bet there are members on here that swear by high quality dog food, organic treats, top tier shampoos, brushes, etc...but at the same time are not treating themselves with the same level of respect since they are smoking cigarettes and eating fast food.

Ringo1 · 02-02-2011, 01:38 PM

I'm a human. I make the choice to put harmful chemicals in my hair. If I dye Lucy's hair - she doesn't get a choice. I'm sure she would not enjoy any part of that process. I don't always think you can compare what we do as humans to what a dog does. Lucy doesn't work in an office every day and shop at Macy's either.

I wouldn't want someone to put dye in my young child's hair against their will; I wouldn't want to subject my little dog to it. A matter of personal preference.

Everyone will have their own opinion in this matter and are entitled to same.

QuickSilver · 02-02-2011, 01:39 PM

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Originally Posted by mileydog

Personally I would never dye my little girl's hair but I don't see any problem with doing it. I don't dye my own hair but there are many people who do and I don't see anything wrong with it.

Why are there people on here that don't like the idea of applying dye to your dog?

Just curious?

I believe we should apply the same philosophy we use on our fur babies as we do on ourselves.
For example, I bet there are members on here that swear by high quality dog food, organic treats, top tier shampoos, brushes, etc...but at the same time are not treating themselves with the same level of respect since they are smoking cigarettes and eating fast food.

That's actually a really good point. If I treated myself with the same care I treated Thor, I'd live forever!

Rhetts_mama · 02-02-2011, 01:42 PM

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Originally Posted by mileydog

Personally I would never dye my little girl's hair but I don't see any problem with doing it. I don't dye my own hair but there are many people who do and I don't see anything wrong with it.

Why are there people on here that don't like the idea of applying dye to your dog?

Just curious?

.

For me, it's because the dog has no say in it and there is no intrinsic health benefit to dyeing the dog. I apply the same logic to clothing. With the exception of the occasional silly pic, my dogs are only dressed to prevent weather related injury to them.

John Stelting · 02-02-2011, 01:47 PM

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Originally Posted by QuickSilver

I think putting clothes on pets is exactly the same as dyeing them.

I can't believe you actually think this...........

Clothes can be removed if they bother the dog,,,,,,,, dye can't......

Ellie May · 02-02-2011, 02:02 PM

The products used to maintain coats are no different. The are chemicals and some are spray on. Food dyes are edible. If they can go into the gi tract, I'd hope they could touch the skin!

While I can definitely see why this wouldn't be appealing to everyone, I think there are many more things that people could be doing that are much worse. If it causes irritation, the owner will know not to do it again - just like if another hair product causes a reaction. CC has products like Black on Black (or whatever it's called) that help with coloring. No different and handlers use this kind of thing... Ellie would prefer that I don't make her spend extra time in the bathtub to use her totally unnecessary conditioner, but it makes her soft and I like it. She can get over it.

I also paint her nails and dog friendly nail polish and she is fine.

dinkyweil · 02-02-2011, 02:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Ellie May

The products used to maintain coats are no different. The are chemicals and some are spray on. Food dyes are edible. If they can go into the gi tract, I'd hope they could touch the skin!

While I can definitely see why this wouldn't be appealing to everyone, I think there are many more things that people could be doing that are much worse. If it causes irritation, the owner will know not to do it again - just like if another hair product causes a reaction. CC has products like Black on Black (or whatever it's called) that help with coloring. No different and handlers use this kind of thing... Ellie would prefer that I don't make her spend extra time in the bathtub to use her totally unnecessary conditioner, but it makes her soft and I like it. She can get over it.

I also paint her nails and dog friendly nail polish and she is fine.

I agree! I believe vegetable dye is much less of an issue than chemicals used to make coats soft, shiny whatever.
and I believe it is no more or less silly to dye a dog pink for fun than it is to put a bow in its hair.

QuickSilver · 02-02-2011, 03:33 PM

Most of us do things to our dogs that our dogs don't necessarily enjoy. Hopefully we show some restraint, and limit it to top knots, or silly outfits -- and by the way, a good percentage of the world thinks outfits on dogs are awful.

Thor prefers to be naked, and while he would be against anything that prolongs his bath, like a dye job, I think he would way rather be some weird color than in a sweater.

Dyes of course can be removed by washing the dog several times in a row. Again, we're not talking human hair dyes here.

jmdt · 02-02-2011, 05:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Ringo1

I'm a human. I make the choice to put harmful chemicals in my hair. If I dye Lucy's hair - she doesn't get a choice. I'm sure she would not enjoy any part of that process. I don't always think you can compare what we do as humans to what a dog does. Lucy doesn't work in an office every day and shop at Macy's either.

I wouldn't want someone to put dye in my young child's hair against their will; I wouldn't want to subject my little dog to it. A matter of personal preference.

Everyone will have their own opinion in this matter and are entitled to same.

I agree 10000%

Lil Sis · 02-02-2011, 05:25 PM

this is a youtube video on preparing a yorkie for showing..
they use dye the hair.

not stating I am for or against.. but I think the little guy would be happier playing... just saying

YouTube - Grooming the Yorkshire Terrier -...

02-02-2011, 08:08 AM	#31
jlafred YT Addict Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Seaford,Delaware Posts: 402	Just remember that whatever you put on a dog's hair WILL go into his mouth. ALL dogs lick their hair so I wouldnt do it on a yorkie...they are too fragile. Better safe than sorry. WHY is it sooo important to you? I guess i just dont get it. Dont get me wrong, I'm not putting you down...I just dont understand the motive. __________________ Luv my Sassy girl

02-02-2011, 08:18 AM	#32
Lil Sis Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: South Florida Posts: 8,008	I would not dye my dog.. but as long as the dogs are safe and not harmed and the product used does not hurt the dog I don't see the problem!!!! I have a pet quality pup.. and I think all the grooming and work that goes into show quality dogs is questionable.. but saying that I DON"T REALLY KNOW because I don't have a show dog.. so who am I to judge I can't get the link right now.(at works and you tube is blocked).. but on you tube there is video of dyeing a show dog to make the legs and tail look more gold.. the dog is safe do I would think it is the same thing. If someone else can find it that would be great!! We are all different and we should not be so fast to judge. For example: I am too old for a tattoo -- my generation looked on tattoos as crude. My daughters have tattoos -- they are really cute -- so I adjust and accept!!! __________________ Shinja mom to Remy lil Sis to Bailey and Sammy

02-02-2011, 11:53 AM	#33
bailie YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: northern ireland Posts: 947	i love the colour of my yorkies far to much to dye, but the poodles that are dyed for art and show are amazin __________________ my beautiful sole mates,, beau,sonny,gino,frazer R.I.P my fallen angel bailie 97-2012

02-02-2011, 12:42 PM	#35
Ellie May And Rylee Finnegan Donating Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Metro Detroit, MI Posts: 17,928	I have no advice, but do want to say I just don't see the problem. I don't do it because it sounds like work and I would only want it in Ellie's hair for a few hours. If the right product is used, it is no more harmful than using shampoo. It is no different than using clothes or even bows. We style and change their coat everytime they are groomed and products are used on it. I really can't believe this could be considered animal cruelty. __________________ Crystal, Ellie May (RIP), Rylee Finnegan, and Gracie Boo🐶

02-02-2011, 12:56 PM	#36
mileydog Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: sacramento Posts: 64	Personally I would never dye my little girl's hair but I don't see any problem with doing it. I don't dye my own hair but there are many people who do and I don't see anything wrong with it. Why are there people on here that don't like the idea of applying dye to your dog? Just curious? I believe we should apply the same philosophy we use on our fur babies as we do on ourselves. For example, I bet there are members on here that swear by high quality dog food, organic treats, top tier shampoos, brushes, etc...but at the same time are not treating themselves with the same level of respect since they are smoking cigarettes and eating fast food. Last edited by mileydog; 02-02-2011 at 01:00 PM.

02-02-2011, 01:38 PM	#37
Ringo1 Ringo (1) and Lucy too! Donating Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: On the Edge of Glory Posts: 3,447	I'm a human. I make the choice to put harmful chemicals in my hair. If I dye Lucy's hair - she doesn't get a choice. I'm sure she would not enjoy any part of that process. I don't always think you can compare what we do as humans to what a dog does. Lucy doesn't work in an office every day and shop at Macy's either. I wouldn't want someone to put dye in my young child's hair against their will; I wouldn't want to subject my little dog to it. A matter of personal preference. Everyone will have their own opinion in this matter and are entitled to same. __________________ Mommy to Lucy, Ringo, and Matthew

02-02-2011, 02:02 PM	#41
Ellie May And Rylee Finnegan Donating Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Metro Detroit, MI Posts: 17,928	The products used to maintain coats are no different. The are chemicals and some are spray on. Food dyes are edible. If they can go into the gi tract, I'd hope they could touch the skin! While I can definitely see why this wouldn't be appealing to everyone, I think there are many more things that people could be doing that are much worse. If it causes irritation, the owner will know not to do it again - just like if another hair product causes a reaction. CC has products like Black on Black (or whatever it's called) that help with coloring. No different and handlers use this kind of thing... Ellie would prefer that I don't make her spend extra time in the bathtub to use her totally unnecessary conditioner, but it makes her soft and I like it. She can get over it. I also paint her nails and dog friendly nail polish and she is fine. __________________ Crystal, Ellie May (RIP), Rylee Finnegan, and Gracie Boo🐶

02-02-2011, 03:33 PM	#43
QuickSilver Thor's Human Donating Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: San Francisco, CA Posts: 5,929 Blog Entries: 31	Most of us do things to our dogs that our dogs don't necessarily enjoy. Hopefully we show some restraint, and limit it to top knots, or silly outfits -- and by the way, a good percentage of the world thinks outfits on dogs are awful. Thor prefers to be naked, and while he would be against anything that prolongs his bath, like a dye job, I think he would way rather be some weird color than in a sweater. Dyes of course can be removed by washing the dog several times in a row. Again, we're not talking human hair dyes here. __________________ If you love something, set it free. Unless it's an angry tiger. Last edited by QuickSilver; 02-02-2011 at 03:34 PM.